NABJ Region III wants to award a scholarship to a deserving college student enrolled in a school in Region III (AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX). The candidate must have a demonstrated interest in pursuing a journalism career, a record for community service, and financial need.

Calling all Investigative Reporters!! (Or those who would like to be) - Space is LimitedNABJ Regional conference, we are offering a special Investigative Reporting workshop conducted by Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE).

IRE is hosting it's Watchdog Workshop at the 2017 R3 Conference! Hone your investigative skills with tips and strategies from IRE's experienced trainers and a group of veteran reporters. At the end of the Friday and Saturday afternoon sessions, attendees will receive a certification issued directly from the organization.

An investigative workshop conducted by IRE personnel to help you hone your reporting and interviewing skills. Participants receive an IRE certification for investigative reporting and 1 year membership after completion.

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Town Hall: “Protect and Serve, Abushed or Attacked: Resolving the Conflict between Police and the Community”

Truth or Consequences: The Rise of Fake News - From alternative facts to fake news, the role and responsibility of a journalist remains paramount. Learn concrete strategies to tell stories and to address this threat against the First Amendment. It’s not “1984” indeed it’s 2017 and time for journalists not only to convene, but to also intervene.

Young journalists talk candidly about getting their first journalism job. This popular workshop will also give student attendees the opportunity to have their resumes and their work reviewed by managers and working journalists.Critique SessionsModerator: Ken Smith, Anchor/Reporter, WRAL-TV RaleighPanelists:

The Power of Persuasion, Negotiation and Strategy – Negotiation is a strategic part of one’s professional career whether in contract discussions, identifying sources or submitting requests for proposals. There are powerful persuasive tactics every communication professional should know. Our panelists will break them down in less than 2,700 seconds.

IRE Watchdog Workshop Pt. IIPowered by Investigative Reporters and EditorsAn investigative workshop conducted by IRE personnel to help you hone your reporting and interviewing skills and where the participants receive an IRE certification for investigative reporting after completion.

1:30 p.m. –2:15 p.m.

Professional Workshops - Beg, Borrow, Deal: Entrepreneurship in Journalism from Media Start ups to Longstanding Enterprises – Media professionals are n ow CEO’s. It’s the latest job addition for many thanks to the digital revolution. In this session, you’ll learn how to build, market and sustain your business – You! Entrepreneurs Unite!Sponsored by TBA

#HashtagThis: Using Digital Branding, Algorithms and Bias to Empower your Career - In a world where everything can be posted, tagged, and shared learning new ways to expand your digital brand is imperative. From reality to virtual reality come learn the latest developments for ways to create and to update your branding platform.

From the Black Panther Party to The Black Lives Matter Movement: The Struggle Continues– With panelists from both groups, this workshop will give a history lesson on the Black Panthers and through comparison of the two groups show how much things have changed and stayed the same in the civil rights movement.

Facebook Live: Like it or not - The popularity of Facebook Live not just among members but of news organizations. How can this new digital tool help journalists and other media do their jobs? Is it effective or just fun?

Moderator: Ken Lemon – WSOC-TV

Panelists: Laila Muhammad - KDAF-TV CW33 , Richard DeVayne -WCNC-TV

5:15 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.

R3 Networking: Dallas - Lobby Lounge- Take time after the workshops end to meet and greet attendees or continue conversations started with panelists or fellow R3 members in a relaxed atmosphere!

R3 In the Spirit – Church Service
Friendship-West Baptist Church
Pastor Frederick D. Haynes, III

Registration

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REGISTRATION RATES

NABJ Region III Conference

Early-Bird
By February 10

Pre-Registration

By March 7

Onsite

March 10CLOSED/UNAVAILABLE

Member

$35

$40

$50

Student Member

$25

$25

$35

Non-Member

$60

$60

$60

IRE Watchdog Workshop

IRE Watchdog Workshop with Conference Registration

$25

$25

$25

IRE Watchdog Workshop Only

$55

$55

$55

Registration fees will include an additional $3 administrative fee during checkout.